Lead Project Engineer – Maritime Advanced Technologies

Austal Usa, LLC

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Austal USA Advanced Technologies (AT) leads advanced maritime initiatives as a division of Austal USA, focused on engineering and manufacturing for defense and commercial ships. The Senior Project Engineer will drive technical leadership across programs, ensuring drawings, specs, and MIL-STD requirements are properly translated into actionable work packages.

The role requires deep shipbuilding knowledge, NAVSEA drawing interpretation, and strong communication to coordinate with Program

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5+ years in shipyard design/large project leadership.
Alternative: High School diploma/GED with 10+ years in equivalent engineering roles.
Experience reading NAVSEA/shipbuilding drawings; knowledge of MIL-STDs and related specs.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership for assigned projects within programmatic guidelines.
Review customer statements of work, technical drawings, and apply MIL-STD or other requirements.
Define and review project technical requirements with Program Manager and customer.
Assess feasibility and identify additional resources to meet deliverables.
Monitor work scope and direction; oversee technical staff on projects.
Coordinate reviews and approvals with resource managers.